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While it seems like only yesterday that Mitsubishi Motors South Africa launched its new Triton, GAVIN MYERS has just driven the latest version It was, in fact more than two years ago that the previous Triton made its local debut. Apparently 80 000 hours of development went into this latest model, which is a significantly revised Triton – sporting a bold new look and substantial revisions under the skin. Globally, Triton sales were up 10,8 percent in 2018, and it’s […]
A well-known name in the commercial vehicle tyre industry, Safetygrip has added to its portfolio by becoming the exclusive local importer of Pirelli commercial tyres From humble beginnings as a family business in 1997, Safetygrip has grown to be one of South Africa’s most trusted tyre retailers and service providers. Juan Venter, the company’s current owner and son of its founder, says that the company’s morals, which come from it being a family run business, ensure customers are provided with […]
“There’s no need to reinvent the wheel,” some are often heard saying. In transport, though, the only wheels that don’t need (too much) reinventing are the ones touching the ground Innovation is an unmistakable buzzword of the 21st century. From boardroom debate to barroom banter, modern-day companies are continually striving for “innovation” in everything they do, every product they create, every service they sell. “Make changes in something established, especially by introducing new methods, ideas, or products”, is the way […]
A Scania truck with a V8 badge in its nose is legendary property among truckers – and for good reason Power, performance and prestige are three words that probably best sum up the Scania V8 engine, as the brand celebrates 50 years of its production. With a reputation for groundbreaking technology spanning decades, these premium engines are designed to be about so much more than pure power. With up to 373 kW (500 hp) and 2 400 Nm, these 16-litre […]
The third-generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has arrived in South Africa and, by all accounts, it looks set to redefine the large-van segment. GAVIN MYERS sampled it at launch Can you believe that, in 2020, the Mercedes-Benz sprinter will be 25 years old? Since it first debuted, more than 3,4-million Sprinters have been sold worldwide, while the vehicle range has also racked up its fair share of accolades and achieved notable success – even in South Africa where vans, of any size, […]
GAVIN MYERS sat down with Garth Johnson, CEO of Dekra Automotive South Africa, to find out how commercial vehicle and fleet operators can better manage the condition of their vehicles What is the general state of commercial vehicles in South Africa? Dekra is very fortunate that 80 percent of the commercial customers to whom we render our services maintain their vehicles and keep them in a roadworthy condition. However, there are large numbers of vehicles on our roads that are […]
LIANA SHAW explores how vehicle manufacturers and service providers are enhancing and adapting their service offerings to this important market segment The primary agricultural sector in South Africa has grown by an average of about 2,2 percent per annum since 1994. Despite its relatively small share of the total gross domestic product (GDP), primary agriculture is an important sector in the economy. It is a significant provider of employment, especially in the rural areas, and is a major earner of […]
Nampo 2019 is set to be the biggest – ever! No matter the current political or economic climate, drought or other adversarial considerations – the annual Grain SA Nampo Agricultural Trade Show seems to grow each and every year. Indeed, despite some nationwide challenges last year, the 2018 event was the biggest yet… Exactly 82 817 visitors made their way to Nampo Park just outside Bothaville in the Free State, to engage with 746 exhibitors (who, you may be interested […]
When it comes to trailers, the agricultural market is both general and specialised at the same time… While certain everyday units – such as flat-decks or van bodies – can be used to transport goods from the farm to market, for example, other activities require specialised solutions. GAVIN MYERS gets acquainted with one of the latest While most farmers could run a trailer like a flat-deck or a tipper, not many transporters could have a use for a cattle carrier, […]
In order to provide comfort and control for the driver, while preventing damage to cargo and the vehicle, manufacturers design vehicles with suspension. GARETH GREATHEAD asks what differentiates quality suspension components from cheaper alternatives Andre Cilliers, MD of BPW Axles, says that 90 percent of trailers sold in South Africa use air suspension. “There are a number of reasons why air suspension has become the standard. Chief among these is that leaf springs work best when loaded, while the ‘spring […]
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